Micro-credential Description

Additive manufacturing is used in various fields to manufacture parts, objects, specialised ‘one-off’ components, tools and assemblies using 3D printing technologies. The Additive manufacturing micro-credential describes the knowledge and skills to new and existing technicians and tradespersons with an understanding of the requirements to operate 3D printing technologies in the manufacturing sector.

Topics Covered

• Introduction to 3D printing
• Preparing STL files for printing
• 3D printing and intellectual property rights
• 3D printing technologies
• Accuracy, precision, and tolerance in 3D printing
• Post-processing and 3D printing
• Print construction materials
• 3D printer components and printing requirements
• Producing a 3D print
• Operate and monitor 3D prints
• Troubleshooting FDM printers and prints